OE - Marine Transportation

Occupational EndorsementMarine Transportation

Students who complete a minimum 9 credits of approved maritime instruction are eligible for an Occupational Endorsement in Marine Transportation. Those who possess this endorsement generally agree that it gives them an edge in job hunting and when seeking promotion within their jobs. To be eligible for the endorsement, students must have a high school diploma or GED. Clink on the "Requirements" tab above to see which classes count toward the endorsement. If you have a question, please contact Diana at 907-228-4568 or dgchaudhary@uas.alaska.edu

Occupational endorsements are programs of study designed to give students intensive training in a specific occupational field.

Typically an occupational endorsement is less than 30 credits, and is not an eligible program for financial aid.

Requirements (2014-2015 Catalog)

Minimum Credit Hours

9

Advisor approved from the following (at least one course must be 200-level):

MTR

S120

Outboard Motor Maintenance

1

MTR

S122

Diesel Engine Maintenance

1

MTR

S129

Basic Safety Training**

2

MTR

S220

Proficiency in Survival Craft**

2

MTR

S225

Able Seaman*

2

MTR

S226

Ratings Forming Part of a Navigation Watch**

1

MTR

S228

Fast Rescue Boat**

2

MTR

S239

Master 100 Ton & OUPV*

5

MTR

S240

Upgrade from 100 Ton to 200 Ton*

2

MTR

S241

Towing Apprentice Mate (Steersman) Upgrade

1

MTR

S242

Advanced Fire Fighting**

2

MTR

S244

Crisis Management and Human Behavior

1

MTR

S250

Radar Observer**

2

MTR

S252

Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)

2

MTR

S254

Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (ECDIS)

2

* USCG Approved for testing in class ** USCG Approved to meet the requirements of the international convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) 95 for Seafarers.